Arts Administration

Arts Administration Minor (15 credit hours)

Students interested in exploring the application of management principles in the context of the art world (dance, film, music, theatre and visual art) are encouraged to explore the interdisciplinary arts administration minor program.

Arts administration minors are asked to earn nine credits in the arts administration core and six credits through the applied arts courses and additional communication and business courses.

Required Arts Administration Foundation Courses(9 credits)

AAD 201

Arts Administration I: An Introduction (3)

An introduction to the world of arts administration, focusing on not-for-profit organizations and exploring the various types of arts organizations and management principles applied therein. Students will participate in discussions both in class and online, and will prepare to apply their knowledge in real-world settings through the arts administration internship (AAD 490).

AAD 301

Arts Administration II: Financial Management and Fundraising (3)

An exploration of the financial issues relevant to the not-for-profit arts industry, including budgeting, financial management, and fundraising. Students will actively participate in financial analysis activities, the creation of grant proposals, and the drafting of fundraising appeal letters.

AAD 490

Arts Administration Internship (3)

Students will have the opportunity to complete a semester-long internship with a cultural organization as a part of this required course for the arts administration minor. Students will work closely with the faculty member supervising the internship, reporting to the faculty member as the internship progresses. Students will also evaluate the experience and relate it to their course of study in the arts administration program. Pass/fail grades only. Click here for more information.